Black History 2025 Edition

Famous singer who popularized Jamaican music. When 31 years old he survived assassination attempt.

Ballerina famous for inspiring young black women to do ballet and was the first African American ballet principal.

Politician who ran for president and was second VP of non-European descent. Went to Baptist church and  Hindu temple.

Famous pilot as first woman licensed pilot in the US. and received a Silver Loving Cup award from a Broadway cast.

First deaf black young actor who was in a popular movie. His whole family is deaf.

This person is a 44th of something who is famous because they are the first and only Black person of their occupation.

King of Ethiopia in 1920s. Rastafari Civil Right Movement named after him.

Arctic explorer famous for being the first ever to go to the northernmost point of the world.  Worked in a diner at 10

Professional athlete who was youngest player to score a goal and an assist in the same match in champion league.

TV star black national icon, showed that black people can become an institution too.  2013 - net worth of $2.8 million

Sports player joined the NBA at young age. One of best players. Used to live a poor life and couldn't see their dad.

Three animals that are corralled (fenced in) at Maximo's farm? ¿Qué tres animales están cercados en la granja de Máximo?

President of the US, first Black president in America. Taught law school at the university of Chicago law school.

One of the most capable women in politics. They had many suitors from a young age.

Baseball player famous because he founded the Negro National League.  Born in 1879.

This person is an actor who is famous because he was in the tv show The Last of Us. He is a black deaf actor.

Name one type of fruit on Maximo's farm in Cuba. Nombra un tipo de fruta en la granja de Máximo en Cuba.

Ballerina  famous for making ballet more open for African Americans. Only African American woman among 80 dancers.

About how many sunflower seeds does Maximo eat while working? Cuántas semillas de girasol come Máximo mientras trabaja?

Singer and dancer who is famous because of new music, and dance moves, and stage presence. Has four brothers.

The heavy rain caused flooding in the streets. As a result, schools closed, and people had to stay indoors.

Pharaoh who was the first female leader to obtain full power over Egypt. Had to fake being male to become a leader.

In 1776, the U.S. declared independence. Later, in 1787, the Constitution was written.

Actress, poet, singer, dancer, civil rights activist, famous for poems and artistic interests. Used to work with trains.

The playground was too hot in the summer. So the school added shade and water stations.

Radio star famous as the first black woman to become a star in a radio show The youngest of 13 children

Teacher who is famous because they pushed for Black Studies to be taught in a way that is respectful of Black History.

This person was enslaved and led a rebellion to free a colony from control. Only know 2 things about their early life.

This person was a boxer who is famous because he was a very talented boxer and a black rights activist.

Astronaut famous because they flew on the space shuttle Discovery. Third African American woman in space.

Besides fruit, what other things does Maximo grow? Además de fruta, ¿qué otras cosas cultiva Máximo en su granja?

Famous ballerina who worked hard to make ballet more open to BIPOC people.  Born in Kansas City Missouri.

First, mix the flour and sugar. Next, add the eggs and stir. Finally, bake the cake for 30 minutes.

A famous boxer who refused to go World War 2 then other people followed him.Only person to win three heavyweight titles.

Who sells fruit with Maximo harvested from the farm?¿Quién vende la fruta con Máximo que ha sido cosechada de la granja?

Professional basketball player famous for basketball especially shooting. He has vision issues.

Civil rights leader famous when she would not get off the bus for a white woman. Younger sibling died when she was 13.

Boxer famous because was a very talented boxer and a black rights activist. Became a boxer after his bicycle got stolen.

Bicycles and cars help people travel, but bikes require pedaling, while cars run on fuel and move faster.

Music artist who was famous because of their impact on reggae.  They he sold 75 million records      

Nubian queen famous because they fought against the Romans war and lost an eye. Ruled between Nile and the Atbara river.

American ballet dancer - first Black Principal Dancer in ABT Dance studios  Never learned ballet until teenage years.

This person was a minister famous because of their skill as a speaker. Their father died very early in their life.

Apples and oranges are both fruits, but apples have a crisp texture while oranges are juicy and tangy.

Baseball player - created Negro Leagues and got Black people to watch baseball. Almost asphyxiated by gas leak.

Poet/author famous because they stood up for queer authors. Won two awards and wrote lots of collections and books.

Famous singer in vocal group called the Primettes, (Supremes)  In the Rock and Roll hall of Fame in 1988.

Actor who is famous because Of her song Wrath of Mad Madness. Their parents are divorced

The rainforest is filled with tall, green trees, colorful birds, and noisy monkeys swinging from the branches.

Talented Paris performer who showed that Black people can do anything.  When young she danced on the streets for money.

The first black person to win an Olympic gold medal. They were born 2 months early.

Figure skater famous because they are first ever person to land a backflip on one blade. Homeschooled their whole life.

Professional soccer player who is very good at soccer - played for a long time.He won the player of the year award 2023.